Posts by vividsailor7

Megan Jones27 said:K - Hematocrit - 5 (4 - 24)
K - Erythrocytes - 4.58 (3.86 - 5.08)
K - Hemoglobin - 136 (119 - 157)
K - Hematocrit - 0.406 (0.356 - 0.470)
K - MCV - 88.6 (83.0 - 97.2)
K - MCH - 29.7 (27.4 - 33.9)
K - MCHC - 335 (320 - 345)
K - RDW - 12.5 (9.0 - 15.0)

K - leukocytes high ref interval 0 - 10.2 (3.4 - 9.7) elevated

K - Eosinophil granulocytes - 2.0 (0 - 7)
K - Neutrophil granulocytes - 30.0 (44 - 72) decreased
K - Lymphocytes - 64.0 (20 - 46) elevated
K - Monocytes - 4.0 (2 - 12)

K - Platelets - 264 (158 - 424)
K - MPV - 8.7 (6.8 - 10.4)

S - Glucose - 5.5 (4.2 - 6.0)

S - ALT - 14 (10 - 36)
S - AST - 17 (8 - 30)
S - GGT - 15 (9 - 35)

S - Iron - 18 (8 - 30)
S - UIBC - 46 (26 - 59)
S - TIBC - 64 (49 - 75)

To me, based on what I’ve already said, looks like an viral infection occurring while on Medrol.
I think someone mentioned genital herpes earlier?

Angela Wright said:Even if there's brain swelling?

That’s exactly why you get a CT scan.

Megan Jones27 said:WBC - 10.2 (3.4 - 9.7)

Neutrophil granulocytes - 30.0 (44 - 72)
Lymphocytes - 64.0 (20 - 46)

Here is what I found regarding those numbers:
Elevated white blood cell count: bacterial infection
Conditions that cause an increased white blood cell count include infections, inflammation, tissue damage (like a heart attack), severe physical or emotional stress (injuries or surgeries), burns, kidney failure, lupus, tuberculosis, rheumatoid arthritis, malnutrition, leukemia, and diseases like cancer.
Corticosteroid use (which might be my case since I was taking Medrol), adrenal insufficiency, thyroid issues, certain medications, or even having a spleen removed can also cause high values.

Low neutrophil granulocyte count (neutropenia): viral infections, brucellosis, tuberculosis, rheumatoid arthritis, bone marrow disorders, vitamin B12 deficiency.
Increased lymphocyte count (lymphocytosis): viral infections (Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus, rubella), toxoplasmosis, brucellosis.

Should I post the full lab report?

Back on 6/9, these values were totally normal... WBC 7.2, neutrophils 59, lymphocytes 24.

It wouldn't hurt.
But it’s probably just some virus, especially while being on Medrol.

Robert Grant84 said:Today's CT scan (non-contrast, done outside of NYC) shows some old scarring. We should be able to pinpoint the actual cause of this situation within the next 2-3 days. The paramedics refused to transport them to New York City because their life is currently at risk.

Look, if there was actually something going on, the CT should have caught it.
The priority right now has to be getting that hypertension under control.

slysurfer14 said:I just need one quick clarification. My little girl has thyroid issues (excess antibodies), and she keeps it under control with medication...
Today I got her new blood work back and
T4 is 89.1 (normal)
TSH is 1.93 (normal)
hTgAt is 33 (normal)
But TPO-At is 1747—and looking at the results now, it's supposed to be under 20. That means it's nearly 9 times higher than it should be.
I'm wondering what exactly TPO is and why on earth it would be this high...

We have an ultrasound and a follow-up scheduled for November 11th, but I just want some info so I actually know what we're dealing with...

Thanks in advance...

Basically, the thyroid antibodies are elevated, but her hormone levels are still holding steady within the normal range for now. We'll get a much clearer picture once the ultrasound is done.

Robert Grant84 said:And that's not even all of it... weren't those levels already bad enough for her liver and lungs? 😢
Her condition shifted so drastically in just a few days. Last week she was still talking normally, thinking clearly, and now? Nothing. Just silence. 😢 She’s even had to be put on a feeding tube.
Then yesterday her blood pressure spiked—we're talking 190/120—and they told them they couldn't even administer an IV because of it???

So, what's the bottom line here?

mistygull21 said:Can someone please explain what "testo uk." actually means?

Total testosterone.

fadedharbor98 said:I don't have any, I'm doing just fine.
I've been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

And if I could ask you guys, or if anyone knows...

I'm someone who used to only get bruises after really hard impacts—at least, that's how it was. But over the last month, I've noticed bruises appearing from much lighter hits or even just intense pressure. For example, my boyfriend jokingly bit my arm (not even hard!) and by the next day, there was a bruise so massive it looked like a rabid dog had attacked me. I've never experienced anything like it. I actually asked him to bite me again just to see if it was real, and sure enough, now I have another huge, ugly bruise. Before this, even a little bite wouldn't leave so much as a red mark.
I also have poor circulation; even though I stay active, I'm constantly cold, especially my feet. And I feel this overwhelming weakness. For instance, if there's a concert on Friday that I want to go to, I'll be at college until noon, and by the evening, I feel like I've been run over by a truck unless I take an afternoon nap. I become incredibly sluggish and weak. It's reached the point where it’s become "normal" for me to need a nap before any big event.

Why am I bruising so easily all of a sudden?

First things first: you need to contact your primary doctor immediately and get a CBC, metabolic panel, and coagulation studies.
As for what comes next—that depends entirely on your symptoms progressing and what those lab results actually show.

Hannah James76 said:My dad’s been stuck in the ER since this morning. They’re refusing to drain the fluid because they're terrified of "hitting something," plus his platelet count is low—though it was already on the lower side. I honestly don't get the hesitation; they used to do this for him all the time without any drama. He hasn't even seen a specialist yet. Right now, he's just sitting there hooked up to an IV...

It’s better to hold off and do nothing until they have a complete picture of what's actually going on.

Paul Rivera said:Thanks, I guess I'll head to my doctor tomorrow so she can take a look.
It might be a reaction to the penicillin. I’ve been reading on here that a lot of people get allergic reactions—usually hives—a few days after taking antibiotics like Augmentin. Honestly, I'm not sure if it's from the pills or the penicillin itself, since I started both at the exact same time. 🤷
Anyway, I was on that Augmentin for a week, and this reaction flared up right after those seven days were up.

I honestly find it highly improbable that it came from Klavocin.

Paul Rivera said:Hey everyone, did anyone else deal with a pill-induced rash? I started taking Yaz about a week ago, and now I’ve noticed these tiny red spots all over my arms and chest. It looks like an allergic reaction, I guess. Does this mean I have to quit them?😢
I'm thinking about putting some hydrocortisone on the area, then heading to the gynecologist on Monday...

Before you go slathering that Synephen on there, for heaven's sake, take some photos first! You need to make sure your doctor actually sees exactly what we're dealing with. Don't just assume they'll get the full picture after the cream is applied. Document it!

Emily Edwards19 said:My friend passed away this morning around 6:00 AM.🙂🙂🙂🙂

I am truly, deeply sorry.😢
Please accept my sincerest condolences.😢

Kate Brooks2 said:Could someone who actually understands medical terminology please break down these sentences for me?

LOCALLY INFILTRATES THE COSTAL AND APICAL PLEURA, WITH NO VISIBLE RIB EROSION IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, AND PERIPHERALLY VISIBLE AMORPHOUS CALCIFICATIONS ARE SEEN IN THE CRANIAL ASPECTS, WHICH ALSO COMPLETELY STENOSES THE BRONCHUS FOR THE APICAL AND POSTERIOR SEGMENTS OF THE UPPER LOBE. TWO DISCRETE PLATE-LIKE ATELECTASIS ARE VISIBLE IN THE ANTERIOR SEGMENT OF THE UPPER LOBE AND THE RIGHT MIDDLE LOBE. IN THE BASAL SEGMENTS OF THE LOWER LOBES BILATERALLY, MORE PRONOUNCED ON THE RIGHT, BAND-LIKE AND IRREGULAR FIBROTIC CHANGES ARE OBSERVED. NO FOCAL PATHOLOGICAL LESIONS ARE SEEN IN THE LEFT LUNG. NO PLEURAL EFFUSION IS PRESENT. IN THE RETROCAVAL MEDIASTINAL FATTY TISSUE, THE AEROPULMONARY WINDOW, LEFT OF THE AORTIC ARCH, AND SUBCARINAL LYMPH NODES MEASURE UP TO 17 mm. RIGHT HILOPULMONARY LYMPH NODES MEASURE 11 mm, AND LEFT HYLOPULMONARY LYMPH NODES MEASURE 9 mm. NO PATHOLOGICALLY ENLARGED LYMPH NODES ARE SEEN IN THE AXILLAE. NO FOCAL OSTEOLYTIC LESIONS ARE SEEN IN THE BONY STRUCTURES, BUT SEVERE DEGENERATIVE CHANGES ARE PRESENT IN THE THORACIC SPINE.

THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ADVANCE

What kind of symptoms are they having? That's almost more important than the report itself.

redpilot37 said:I'm not quite sure where this belongs, so I'll try posting here instead of starting a whole new thread. I’m planning to ask my doctor for a referral for some blood and urine work—just to get a general check-up—but there's something specific on my mind:

Is just asking for a CBC enough for a check-up? Because when I read things online, a "full physical" or systematic screening seems to include way more:
CBC (complete blood count), ESR (sedimentation rate), creatinine, uric acid, glucose, AST, ALT, gamma GT, bilirubin, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL, Fe (blood iron), UIBC, urea, AF, Na, K, and urinalysis.

So now I'm wondering why doctors usually only order a CBC, and if a CBC alone is actually sufficient for a full body assessment?
Also, can I specifically request these tests just for a routine check? I'm 29, and my mother has high cholesterol—I'm mentioning that because I might have a genetic predisposition—and since I've never had my levels checked, I'd really like to go for a more comprehensive panel rather than just a basic CBC. Is that even possible? I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks!

That's a solid list.
But it's not enough.

Kate Brooks2 said:Hey everyone!
Here’s an update from our side. After finishing the 3rd cycle, we went in for blood work, urine tests, and a CT scan. The blood and urine results were fantastic. Honestly, the doctors said it’s rare to see someone fighting this who has such clean labs. The only thing flagged was a high sedimentation rate. They brushed it off like it was totally normal, but I have no clue why that is—if anyone could explain that to me, I’d really appreciate it.
As for the CT scan, we are absolutely thrilled. The tumor has shrunk from 133x123x127mm down to 97x97x110mm! The doctors are pleased with the progress, and obviously, we are even happier. At the medical board meeting, they just confirmed the significant shrinkage and told us we need to push forward with the treatment. For now, they’re recommending three more rounds, specifically using KT Ifosfamide. So... the next cycle starts tomorrow. What do you all think about this? I’m looking for input especially from those of you who know their stuff. Best,

It can be elevated in malignant diseases; so yes, it's normal.

biokem As requested by:
Look, I’m fully aware that you can’t completely wipe TB off the face of the earth; you can only manage the symptoms and treat the infection. A guy I’ve been seeing recently just finished his course of treatment for it, and honestly, it's a wake-up call. When your immune system takes a hit, anyone can pick up those bacteria and end up sick. It’s a real threat. But what I really want to know is this: can I actually get it from him before anyone else does? What if I spend time with him and my immune system takes a hit? Is he just going to be a permanent carrier? Please clarify, thanks.🙂

It all boils down to whether they’ve actually recovered. If they haven't? Honestly, your chances of getting anything out of this are practically zero.

Betty Cooper60 said:What other tests should I get done? Do you have any recommendations? And is there any chance that serology results could be false negatives?

You haven't listed a single one of your serology results.
Swabs.

Kyle Lee7 said:I’ve already had people explain why everything goes dark for a second when I stand up from sitting or lying down (some sort of blood pressure fluctuation), but honestly, the details slipped my mind. I didn't notice if Dr. Sanders was concerned about it, so I’m curious to dive a bit deeper—why does this happen, is it actually dangerous, who else deals with this, and is there any way to prevent it?

It’s been really bothering me during my yoga sessions. There are those specific sequences—you know, the Sun Salutations—where you’re down on the floor and then have to push yourself back up, and every single time, my vision just goes black. I absolutely dread that part of the routine, especially since we repeat it 10 to 20 times in a session.🙂

That happens to about 60-70% of people quite often.
It happens to me all the time, too. I try to get up as slowly as possible.
When you stand up too fast, your blood pressure just drops.

Sandra Turner71 said:Thanks so much for all the advice. 🙂🙂

I’m really hoping I can finally track down a doctor who actually knows how to help me this time.
One thing that’s eating at me—is there a higher risk of developing something malignant later on because of all this? 😢 Honestly, I start breaking out in a cold sweat just thinking about these issues... it’s a terrifying feeling. Why is this even happening to me? My mom had perfectly regular cycles, and every single woman in my family has too. It makes absolutely zero sense to me. :/ I’ve always been on the thinner side, but I was never anorexic or anything like that—heaven forbid, I actually love to eat! haha 🙂 But I haven't exactly been able to put on weight either... which is its own struggle, because I’ve actually wanted to gain a little more. I thought maybe my condition was tied to that...
I just have to figure this out and somehow push through this health nightmare. 🙂

Sophia Wells72 explained everything perfectly, but if I could just add a quick list of the specific tests you should ask for, just so you know what to look for:
1. Thyroid panel—T3, T4, and TSH.
2. Hormonal panel—LH, FSH, E2, testosterone, progesterone, prolactin, DHEA-S, and cortisol.

Betty Cooper60 said:Sending over my full lab results: erythrocyte 4.55 (3.86-5.08), hemoglobin 135 (119-157), hematocrit 0.408 (.350-0.470), MCV 89.7 (83.0-97.0), MCH 29.7 (27.4-33.9), MCHC 331 (32-345), erythrocyte distribution width 12.8 (9.0-15.0), platelets 238 (158-424), MPV 10.8 (6.8-10.4), leukocytes 7.9 (3.4-9.7), neutrophils 75.6 (44.0-72.0), # 6.00 (2.06-6.49), lymphocytes 18.1 (20.0-46.0), #1.43 (1.19-3.35), monocytes 5.6 (2.0-12.0), # 0.44 (0.12-0.84), eosinophils 0.4 (0.0-0.7), # 0.03 (0.00-0.43), basophils 0.3 (0.0-1.0), # 0.02 (0.00-0.06). I really hope you can help ease my anxiety a little. I think I might be leaning toward hypochondria, because the second I start researching stuff online and see certain symptoms, I feel like I've suddenly developed them myself (especially regarding HIV)—like joint pain. I've also felt stiffness in my neck and arms, particularly during panic attacks. I suspect my lymph nodes might be swollen. I'm 27... Sorry if there are typos, typing this on my phone.

Everything looks normal.
But honestly, none of this tells us anything about external infections.